Reviews of Silver Lining Opticians (Optics Shop)

David Cohen

A Shop Called Silver Lining A Limerick by David There once was a man who liked sunglasses. He said, "See the great compasses!" It was rather tinted, But not quite reprinted He couldn't say no to the thasos.

Smith Jones

I’ve come up from Philly twice now, nothing compares to the selection here. I like the knowledge I get from the proprietors.

Doug Pucci

As I said to Jordan on my way out, a really excellent experience working with him and happy I stumbled upon this gem of a store

Jane Clemson

The best selection!

Jose Rios

What an amazing store! One stop shop for your spectacles. I especially enjoyed the service from Guy. Definitely a must shop if you are in the neighborhood!

David Wallman

First rate selection and very helpful service. If you want to change or improve your image this is the place to go..

Charles Rappaport

This gem of a shop is a must visit for anyone looking for glasses. The selection and service is unparalleled. Very nice shop

Wilma Kleinman

I've only been here once, and I'm not one to review often, but this place was perfect. I was helped (but not pushed) and found unique, high quality frames. My lenses were completed more quickly than I was quoted. I'm very happy.

Hamish McCullough

I've been looking for unique frames for a while now and Silver Lining is the place to provide that. Customer service is great, and also great selection too. None of your run of the mill frames are found here!

Brock Quickly

I found my favorite new glasses at Silver Lining. With helpful staff that gave honest advice I tried many things I never would have without their suggestion. I found the whole experience refreshing. This is what retail should be. Love this place.

Salvatore Perillo

Best optical shop in NYC

Krystal Soto

Great fitting experience at the Mission location. Ryan was very patient and made me feel more than welcome and comfortable.

S Sadoff

This is without a doubt the worlds greatest eyewear shop. A friend turned me on to it and I've been a customer since. There's a unique selection of new glasses for the everyman, and a deep history of vintage which the owners are thrilled to guide you through.

Johnny Robles

Always a great experience at Silver Lining. I always leave with great energy and feeling inspired. Thank you Leo for introducing me to Jordan, Eric and Guy.

Cecil Cohen

I've found that most shops, even the independents, carry the same thing time and time again. No imagination. This shop is different. The selection is unique, curated, and all very beautiful. I'm super happy with my progressive lenses too. Silver Lining is a gem -- pun intended.

George Shah

Since I began wearing glasses some 20 years ago, it seems like so many independent shops have become copies of one another without imagination, perspective, or excitement. Luckily, my impression changed with my first visit to Silver Lining. Jordan and Erik are consummate professionals that are experts in the field. I was able to shop at my pace with just as much help as I needed, and no more thankfully! I got some glasses by a brand I've never heard of, and couldn't be happier. Thank you again!

Vicnent Tribble

The best eyewear shop PERIOD. A visionary retail story. Quality product and service. I love wearing my glasses now.

Sirhan Choy

Got my new glasses here this weekend. Cool space. Classic quality and attention. Not average in any way. Expert.

Brooke Mellicker

Have you ever shopped somewhere, and had such a good time that you knew you were done ever looking anywhere else for the same product? Well that’s how I feel about glasses and silver lining. Never going anywhere else. There’s always something unexpected and original to be found there.

Boaz Udi

Silver Lining has very stylish options and fill my lens prescription with extreme precision.

Cindy Ramirez-Siegel

Nice shop. Dope vintage. I spent a while perusing tray upon tray of vintage before I found the Ultra frames that I ultimately bought. Not inexpensive, but well worth it.

Sam Robinson

Very much enjoyed my experience here. I buy glasses about every 18 months and I've found no better place for frames or lenses in NYC than Silver Lining. Great way to spend money on yourself. Good experience.

Zach M

Fantastic shopping experience. Finding the frames that best fit me physically and stylistically was easy with the honest advise provided. My lenses are great with the Crizal Prevencia blue light blocking -- I sleep better at night. I also like the music every visit--something new.

Parham Zabeti

Came from Toronto to do my shopping in NYC and surely these guys had what I was looking for. Unique frames and selective brands. They know their work and they paid me close attention. They actually understood what I wanted and finally I went with their suggestion. Not pushy at all.

Bill Coate

Best never worn vintage Persols in NYC. Amazing selection, quality prescription lenses and service. Each pair is like a one of a kind work of art. Pricey but worth every penny if you want truly unique glasses. Once you shop here nothing else will do.

Grëta Urdularsufø

Man patinka mano nauji akiniai. Gavau pavyzdinę paslaugą, kai čia apsipirkiau.

Paul Peddrick

Sorry - but I had a bad experience. I went in there with my wife on a Monday afternoon - no other customers. It was dead quiet. Yet the guy working in there seemed to be very put-out that we were intruding on his day. Curt answers to very basic questions. He really wasn't trying to sell anything despite the fact that we were very interested in some of the frames. No questions about what we liked or were interested in. He was most interested in taking the glasses from me and putting them back on the shelf. Maybe he was having a bad day. Maybe we didn't fit the profile of who he thought should be shopping there. Maybe he is ageist. Anyway, I was in the market for new sunglasses and, unfortunately, still am.

Joseph A. Cruz

Dope shop; absolutely no complaints on my end. I first came here just by chance a couple months ago. I just happened to stumble upon the store and was pretty happy to see a large selection of frames that all simultaneously called out to me. The presentation and atmosphere of the store is unique to say the least and it really caused me to like the experience even more. I knew I had to come back to get my glasses from here and surely enough, I did. I just got them yesterday and I love them. Comfortable fit, solid build, and most of all; not ridiculously expensive. Erik and Guy are also great at making conversation with their clients and in assisting with the selection of their frames. However, the biggest joy I experienced was the fact that they remembered me when I came back for my frames last week. Considering I had only been there once before about 4 months ago, that's impressive dedication to their potential customers and I sincerely respect that. I'll be sure to buy from here again simply because of that notion. Anyone expressing any doubt should drop their hesitations and swing by as well.

Shannon Clemens

Love love love this shop. I found vintage Serengeti glasses just like the ones my uncle had when I was a kid. This is a dope spot.

Chantal Emmenthal

I found this gem after brunch in Soho. They have such a wonderful collection of vintage and new eyewear. Jourdan, the owner, helped me pick out the perfect pair of sunglasses, vintage Raybans!

Erik Black

Rare find -- and owner run shop in the heart of soho. This means uncompromising service, attention to detail, and a desire to make every customer a customer for life. I find the selection always varied and unique. I've been coming here for my glasses and sunglasses for the better part of a decade and I'll be a customer for life. Thanks Erik and Jordan.

Stephanie Hirshfield

Love the selection of brands. Not the usual suspects. No Luxottica. Only independent quality brands. Great progressive lenses too. I got blue light protection on my last pair and I love them Big fans of Jordan and Erik

Ashley Rham

Best shop for non bs brands. Honest quality service and style. Vibes galore

Mike D

Silver Lining is the place to go for a cool pair of frames and best-in-class service. The staff is incredibly chill and helpful- the lens on my frame popped out today and they quickly popped it back in and gave me a complimentary lens cloth and I didn't even buy this pair from them! Will totally go back for my next pair of glasses and would highly recommend them to anyone who wants styliah, unique frames.

Beatrice Montoya

I've been shopping with Erik and Jordan for over a decade now. I love their shop. The selection never ceases to amaze me. They always have something new and different. They put honest feedback above making a sale and I trust their input on my selection. My most recent frames are l.a. Eyeworks. The best.

Sophie Paul

Recently ordered two pairs of glasses with them. They were extremely friendly and accommodating. I had to return a couple times to readjust my frames and they took their time to make them fit perfectly.

Dan Porter

Amazing selection and incredibly helpful staff. They can help you find the perfect frames or get new glass for old frames. Make sure to stop by when in NYC!

Gary Cruz

I used to take for granted meaningful retail interaction, and nowadays its hard to come by. But for buying glasses, I've found a gem that remains willing and able to assist me, educate me, and give me a good feeling after I've bought glasses. My recent red round frames are getting compliments around town. Thanks guys.

Sarah Lobster

Since finding Silver Linining, shopping for glasses is no longer a chore, but rather and exciting adventure with trusted advisers. I love the selection of independent hand crafted brands and the vintage sunglasses are amazing. This is world class.

Clark Higgins

This was my first experience with them based on a recommendation from a friend it won't be my last, and it was a great experience they have a unique selection and took the time to move me a direction of contemporary style I would not have done myself, so happy with my frames I get constant complements. Thanks Guy you're the best.

Halley Markdos

Warriors shop to buy glasses Price too high no customer service no return policy and also no exchange. China’s Cheap merchandise

Andrew Kao

Amazing service. Attentive and helpful they actually help you find a pair that you like. Incredible selection of interesting and unique frames the guys really know their way around the glasses.

Raphaela Verarcruz

This is my go to shop for unique quality eyewear not seen at your average shop. The design of the frames, the design of the shop, and the quality service bring me back every visit. Highly recommended.

Carla Rigatoni

Finally I found glasses I love. I'm so happy to be wearing them. Never did I imagine I'd get so much pleasure from a 'medical device'. Very cool store. World class.

Sandra Dunkin

I love my new frames. I've been looking around for the longest time and I'm so happy I found Silver Lining. The gentlemen working were very patient, helpful and knowledgable. I love finding truly special retailers.

Rebecca Locklier

I bought my glasses here 3 years ago and I could not be happier.

Sylvia Kerfunkin

I enjoy my time at this shop buying and learning about luxury eyewear from true professionals. Over the years I've bought prescription eyeglasses and non prescription sunglasses. Worth a visit for sure!

Amber Smith

Cool shop.

Carey Smith

My good friend told me about the store and I’m so happy I came. The service from Eric and guy was exceptional and my glasses only took a few days to be completed. The brands they carry are unique stylish and classic not crazy but luxurious. Perfect!

Sarah Brindle

J'ai beaucoup apprécié mon excursion shopping à Silver Lining. Mes amis de Montréal m'ont dit que c'était le magasin à visiter et je n'ai pas été déçu. Ceci est mon nouveau magasin de lunettes.